Bridge Engineer and Inspection Team Lead

Lakeview Veterinary Hospital, LLC; Linthicum (MD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Baker International is seeking a Bridge Engineer and Inspection Team Lead to manage planning, inspection, safety evaluations, and bridge design for state and locally owned structures. The ideal candidate should possess strong leadership skills and relevant engineering qualifications, with opportunities for professional growth and impactful projects.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401K Retirement Plan

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Life and disability insurance

Generous paid time off

Qualifications

• 4+ years of bridge design, inspection, and load rating experience.
• Maryland P.E. preferred or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• NBIS Qualified Bridge Inspection Team Leader.

Responsibilities

• Lead bridge inspections and evaluate bridge conditions.
• Write/review reports and develop repair recommendations.
• Ensure compliance with NBIS and oversee inspection assistants.

Skills

Bridge Inspection

Project Management

Safety Evaluation

Report Generation

Education

Bachelor's or master's degree in civil engineering

Job description

DESCRIPTION

Michael Baker International's Maryland Bridge Practice is seeking a Bridge Engineer and Inspection Team Lead to manage planning, inspection, safety evaluations, report generation, and bridge design engineering for state and locally owned bridges, culverts, and ancillary structures. The candidate should have a willingness to travel within MD, VA, and PA, and demonstrate a commitment to working both in the field and in the office

Working on a diverse portfolio, you will have the opportunity to engage in the full life cycle of bridges, from inspection, analysis, design, to construction. You will benefit from cross-training opportunities and be involved in impactful projects that reshape bridge infrastructure in Maryland and beyond.

Michael Baker International is committed to your career growth. Whether you aspire to be a Project Manager or a Technical Expert, we will support you in achieving your career goals. Join us today and take the next step in your professional journey!

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead bridge inspections, coordinate fieldwork, and evaluate bridge conditions
• Write/review reports, identify maintenance needs, and develop repair recommendations
• Ensure compliance with NBIS and other regulations, oversee inspection assistants, and coordinate traffic control
• Attend client meetings, and mentor inspection team members
• Use necessary tools and equipment for bridge evaluations, travel 20-30% within MD, VA, and PA
• Prepare studies, construction documents, reports, quantities, cost estimates, and technical specifications
• Perform or check routine load ratings, interpret data, and prepare drawings for infrastructure projects
• Use CAD and Microsoft Office for design documents and reports, review shop drawings for contract compliance
• Coordinate with the project team to deliver projects on schedule.
• Develop bridge design plans and specifications, perform structural analysis and design for new and existing bridges
• Collaborate with project teams to integrate design solutions, ensure designs meet local, state, and federal standards
• Utilize engineering software for design and analysis

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's or master's degree in civil engineering or equivalent experience
• 4+ years of bridge design, inspection, and load rating experience
• Maryland P.E. preferred OR ability to obtain within 6 months of employment
• NBIS Qualified Bridge Inspection Team Leader
• Certified Bridge Safety Inspector
• Preferred certifications: Nonredundant Steel Tension Member and Tunnel Inspection
• Familiarity with AASHTO and MDOT SHA/MDTA design and construction standards preferred
• Familiarity with MDOT SHA and MDTA inspection coding, data and policy preferred
• Familiarity with AASHTOWare and other load rating software is preferred

COMPENSATION
The approximate compensation range for this position is $75,817 to $109,475. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.

BENEFITS

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• 401K Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability
• Professional and personal development
• Generous paid time off
• Commuter and wellness benefits

About us

Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world's most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 80 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.

Based in Pittsburgh and with nearly 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous.

We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life.

We Make a Difference.

Michael Baker International is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.

EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination.

*It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

The candidate should be a qualified NBIS Bridge Inspection Team Leader. They will manage the planning, inspection, safety evaluations and report generation of state and locally owned bridges, culverts, and ancillary structures. Their inspection experience should include reinforced concrete, prestressed concrete, steel, and timber structures. They will be responsible for mobilization, site supervision and safety, condition inspection of various highway structures, and generation of inspection reports. They will ensure the inspection team is prepared for field work, coordinating the necessary access equipment, permits and maintenance of traffic needs to perform each job and meet NBIS requirements. As needed the candidate will gather the necessary field documentation and perform or oversee structure load ratings.